Local News from Monday, June 9th, 2025
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Maynooth University Chamber Choir Named Overall Winner Of Svátsky Písní Olomouc In Czechia
It was the 52nd edition of the competition
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Sea Sessions Cancelled, Beyond the Pale Nearly Pulled As Festival Scene Faces Difficulties
It comes as a new report has found people are drinking less alcohol, with the average consumption dropping nearly 5 percent per adult last year.
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Second Reported Dog Attack In Same Leixlip Area In Under A Month, With Dogs And Owner Injured
The injured dogs required surgery for severe puncture wounds and are now in recovery.
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Six Local Schools Chosen For Energy Efficiency Upgrades
Upgrades include heat pumps, LED lighting, ventilation systems, and EV charging points.
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Up To 100 Shops Closing Yearly – But Kildare’s Retail Scene Remains Strong
The Convenience Stores and Newsagents Association says up to 100 are shutting each year, with the rate of closures up since the Covid pandemic.
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Call For Extra Public Holiday To Honour St. Colmcille Gains Momentum
The EU average for public holidays is 12.8 every year - while Ireland only has 10.
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Listen: Rian Boran & Paddy McKenna Bring The Joe McDonagh Cup To Kfm!
It was an historic win for Brian Dowling's side
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Sallins Woman Says Her “Small, Compact Wheelchair Couldn’t Even Turn” In Leinster House Toilet
Her concern has come to light following reports that people with disabilities became "trapped" in Leinster House after a lift broke down.
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Onsite Talks Underway Between OPW And Save Castletown Gate Protectors Group
Onsite Talks Underway Between OPW and Save Castletown Gate Group
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Homelessness Charity Urges Government To Keep Rent Cap Protections
Government leaders are considering whether to link rent increases to the rate of inflation.
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